I am taking nominations until March 31 for who you believe should be awarded the 2010 Financial Planning Genius status. You could win $25!

It’s important to remember that the best method for early retirement planning and investment selection is not the same for every person.

I wrote a mock letter to Dave Ramsey several months ago lamenting the need to sell my car. Well, the deed is done. My baby is gone. And here’s why I’m better for it.

I have a real treat today. Seth Risenmay, the founder of MoneyDesktop.com, answered some questions from me and also graciously offered a promo code for a free 3 month trial of his product.

Over the last six months, we have decreased our morning coffee purchases and increased brown bagging lunches, but still won’t give up our cell phones.

Welcome to the 104th edition of the Money Hacks Carnival! I couldn’t make up my mind on the theme so I went directly to the source of all light and knowledge – my wife.

I have a confession to make – I haven’t made my Valentine’s Day plans yet. I’m to the point where I’m calling into radio stations trying to win Valentine’s Day packages that they are giving away.

We have all heard the statistics and are probably familiar with the devastating effects of Breast Cancer. So for Valentine’s Day, give the woman in your life something that celebrates her womanhood.

Our nation has been facing for more than a year now, one of the worst housing price decreases in history. Yet for some reason, many people seem to be confusing how this happened.

I’ve encountered what is a most amazing phenomenon – people do not like to “buy” free stuff. I personally look for every discount that I can when buying something.